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      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción al mantenimiento de activos físicos

      Skills you'll gain: Asset Management, Facility Management and Maintenance, Maintainability, Capacity Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Product Lifecycle Management, Performance Measurement, Failure Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Reliability, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Scheduling

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of North Texas

      Pathways to Civic Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Disabilities, Community Development, Immigration Law, Community Outreach, Social Skills, Social and Human Services, Social Justice, Empathy, Communication, Student Engagement

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fractal Analytics

      Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Human Learning, Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Human Development, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Proceso de gestión de marca estratégico

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Marketing Communications, Customer experience strategy (CX), Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Strategic Communication, Marketing, Performance Measurement, Consumer Behaviour, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      CVS Health

      Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role

      Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Interviewing Skills, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Inbound Calls, Outbound Calls, Customer Support, Professionalism, LinkedIn, Communication

      4.7
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Teaching LGBTQ+ Health

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Health Disparities, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Health Equity, Instructing, Health Education, Education and Training, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Care, Health Assessment, Community Health, Interactive Learning, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Medical Terminology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Leveraging Virtual Assistants for Personal Productivity

      Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Productivity, Personal Development, Time Management, Calendar Management, Automation, ChatGPT, Self Service Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Automation, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Communication

      4.4
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Change Control, Project Controls, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Change Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Management Reporting, Risk Analysis, Planning, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Leadership and Management, Business Risk Management, Communication

      4.7
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Rochester

      Community Engagement in Research and Population Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Systems, Community Outreach, Data Collection, Research, Program Evaluation

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      أخلاقيات وآداب السلوك في الأعمال

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Strong Work Ethic, Honesty, Personal Integrity, Business Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      HEC Paris

      CAPSTONE: Your Leadership Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Strategic Leadership, Accountability, Resilience, Personal Development, Business Leadership, Visionary, Innovation, Presentations, Analysis

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for PR Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Public Relations, Content Creation, Marketing and Public Relations, Responsible AI, Media Relations, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Prompt Engineering, Team Leadership, Promotions and Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • Introducción al mantenimiento de activos físicos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Pathways to Civic Engagement: University of North Texas
    • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
    • Proceso de gestión de marca estratégico: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role: CVS Health
    • Teaching LGBTQ+ Health: Stanford University
    • Leveraging Virtual Assistants for Personal Productivity: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Gestión de riesgos y cambios de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
    • Community Engagement in Research and Population Health: University of Rochester
    • أخلاقيات وآداب السلوك في الأعمال: Alfaisal University | KLD

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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